We are big fans of Plan Toys. Their products are made from rubberwood from natural rubber trees, painted with water based non-toxic dyes, and they use E-Zero glue in place of wood glues. An eco-friendly company, Plan Toys uses recycled and recyclable materials, soy and water-based inks, and solar energy and bio-fuel to power their machinery.

Plan Toys is kindly offering one lucky reader a chance to win their Contemporary Dollhouse.This dollhouse has a dinstinctly modern feel with clean lines and birght colors. This futuristic dollhouse has 2 open levels allowing for trouble-free access to the interior which comes with transparent paneling that can slide from side-to-side, and its own staircase which can be moved to any part of the house.

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And now, for the winner of last week's giveaway:(((Tegan and Tage)))

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151 comments:

With 6 kids, I am particular about the kind and amount of toys that come into our house.. because we are constantly toy overwhelmed, anyway. I like toys that can be used by multiple age groups. Toys that can be used by more than one person at a time. Toys that are for imaginative play (not video games). Toys that are educational. Toys that I can add on to in the future. And each kid only gets 3 gifts for Christmas.

The number one thing I look for when shopping for kids' toys is: will it hold their interest for more than a day? I like the toys that I've gotten my money's worth out of, that the kids play with consistently.

When shopping for childrens toys I am always looking for a few things. Something that is sturdy, safe, will keep their interest and hopefully eductional or imaginational (ya..I don't think thats a word haha. )

The number one thing I look for is quality and safety. I would be horrified if I was to get one of my grandbabies a toy that hurt them or made so poorly that they were at risk. With so many recalls lately it seems to get harder and harder to find safe toys. Thats where Plan Toys comes in as they are excellent and this is such a fantastic giveaway! Thank you!

What I look for is definitely different than what my children look for. Sometimes I look for the simple answer of no added noise, but rather I look for the toy being "open ended" so that it can be played with in a variety of ways.

Definitely the quality and the uniqueness of toys - there are so many that are junky plastic that do the same thing as all the rest of the toys out there. I want something that will last and is cool... like this dollhouse!

We love non-toys at our house. Our current two faves include a box the size of a laundry basket (depending on the day it's a rocket ship, airplane or fishing boat) and a toilet paper roll (periscope or Captain Hook's hook). Also, anything remotely stick-like becomes a great fishing pole.

I look for toys that stand up to my 2 year old grandson who is always taking the toys apart to see what makes them work. My granddaughter (age 4) never seems to keep her dolls for long with him around.

I have a toddler, and there are lots of things that I look for in toys, like their lasting qualities (I usually go for wood or metal toys), if they have room for imagination rather than just doing it all for the child, keeping their interest, and something that will last. I'd love to pass on my son's wooden toys to his children.

I look for items that my daughter will play with for more than a few weeks. Something that will catch her attention, that is very entertaining, and something she can play with friends to keep them occupied as well. I think I pretty much have figured out what she plays with most of the time, but sometimes I can be wrong. Thanks for the giveaway.

I look for good, solid construction. I tend to look for wooden toys, items with great durability, and items that allow for my daughter to use her imagination. This dollhouse definitely fits the bill!!Thanks for this opportunity!ceevegnashville [at] gmail [dot] com

I always try to find toys which are safe and also age appropriate. I am pretty much like all parents and with the economy I want to find toys which I know my children will love to play with. It mind sound kind of silly, but my children love toys which are simple as they become toys they cherish for years.

Lots of times I look for toys made in Germany or Italy because they are made with wood and nontoxic paints. If I can find things like that made in the USA I would love those features!This is so beautiful that I would love to live in a house like this!

There are a few things I look for when buying toys. I look for well made items that will stand the test of time. I also try to make sure they are safe with no loose parts that could easily be swallowed. Thanks for the chance!

I look for toys that will be around and still played with for more than just a few hours -- ones that will keep their interest! Also, I look for safe toys that are of good quailty. Thanks for the chance!

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